as in essential
impossible to do without
aprons are must-have accessories for the cooking class
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as in must
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
hiking boots are a must-have for this trip
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Recent Examples of must-have
Laura Jackson, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
If adding cozy seating is on your list of refresh must-haves, add this swivel chair to your cart.
—Shea Simmons, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2025
Click over to our deals page for the best prices on must-have tech.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 6 Feb. 2025
Right now, so many of our favorite stores are packed with festive must-haves at every price point.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Finish off the look with Gabriela Hearst’s suede overshirt in a neutral taupe color and Alaïa’s latest must-have handbag.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
If adding cozy seating is on your list of refresh must-haves, add this swivel chair to your cart.
—Shea Simmons, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2025
Click over to our deals page for the best prices on must-have tech.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 6 Feb. 2025
Right now, so many of our favorite stores are packed with festive must-haves at every price point.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for must-have
Adjective
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Vogue Daily newsletter Get essential fashion, style, and tips, in your inbox.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2025
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Five years ago, Democratic leaders defended stay-at-home orders, school closures and business shutdowns as essential to slowing the virus's spread.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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To Ayesha Curry, clean, quality products and cultural representation are a must.—
Essence,
Essence,
11 Feb. 2025
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Habitats with places to hide and a nearby water source are also a must.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Sacramento Bee,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The forecasts can seem effortless, but behind the scenes, a vast network of satellites, airplanes, radar, computer models and weather analysts are providing access to the latest data – and warnings when necessary.—
Christine Wiedinmyer,
The Conversation,
11 Feb. 2025
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Hegseth's memo directs the Army to inform the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment of the timeline and necessary resources for the implementation of the change.—
Eleanor Watson,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Until two weeks ago, DeSantis’ administration had not taken any action against an employer for violating E-Verify requirements.—
Lawrence Mower,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
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The state has found some success in meeting other requirements set forth by S.B. 4.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Hamilton, who has a background producing and directing digital content, joined in 2013 and now oversees the Sales, Marketing and Publicity departments and plays an integral part in structuring and securing finance for both in house and third-party projects.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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As the chart below shows, Delap is an integral part of Ipswich’s attacking sequences.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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But Meyer, who’s very good in the part, feels like a real person who plots her schemes out of necessity.—
Pamela Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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Minnesota already has close to $60 million in cap space for 2025, so this move is not a necessity.—
Dan Pompei,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Bringing in an independent arbitrator to review both sides’ arguments typically occurs when contract discussions are stalled or there is a stalemate and is a required step before the union can go on strike.—
Ikram Mohamed,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2025
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Nvidia is still working on the certification process for Samsung Electronics Co.’s high-bandwidth memory chips, a final required step before the Korean company can begin supplying a component essential to training AI platforms.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Who promises tomorrows to a whole needful planet, restrikes that match?—
Corey Van Landingham,
The New Yorker,
19 June 2023
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What sort of response was needful?—
Razib Khan,
Discover Magazine,
14 Jan. 2013
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“Must-have.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/must-have. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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